Lavender plants are a great addition to the garden: they are easy to grow and last for years! But when incorrectly pruned, they can become woody, unruly, and much more challenging to care for. So, here’s how to stop lavender from going woody. Preventing lavender from becoming woody starts with an annual pruning shortly after …

While a tree with exposed roots might show some character, it can make your landscape look uncared for and pose a tripping hazard. Exposed roots can also easily get damaged, which can affect your tree’s health. To remedy this, you can cover up those exposed root systems: here’s how to landscape around exposed tree roots. …

Summer is the most wonderful time of the year for so many gardeners. Everything is in full bloom and those of us who grow fruits and veggies are up to our elbows in fresh, organic food. It really is the time of plenty, and when we’re in the thick of it, it’s hard to imagine …

Wondering how to prune a hibiscus? Hibiscus plants are known for their spectacular flowers, which come in a wide range of colors. Hibiscus flowers are big and bold and can range from yellows and reds to pink, purple, and multicolor. It’s the perfect addition to your garden to make heads turn, and your neighbors wonder …

Clay soil can pose challenges for many gardeners, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a lackluster landscape. If you have clayey soils, adding one or more of these ground cover plants for clay soil can transform your garden into a vibrant and beautiful space by providing early summer color, moisture tolerance, and …

As you plan your chicken flock, you, like many others, might want to get chickens that lay different colored eggs. We’re all used to the white and brown eggs you can buy at the grocery store. But did you know there there are some chickens that lay green, blue, gray, pink, olive, and other colored …

You may enjoy spending time with your plants because it helps you relieve stress, but that is only one of the many benefits of gardening. Whether growing a large vegetable garden or small ornamental (and great-smelling) flower garden, the physical and mental benefits are plenty. Butterfly gardens, rock gardens, English landscape gardens, and windowsill herb …

Are you wondering how to prune drift roses? Roses can be tricky to prune, but it’s important to understand the best techniques for the types of roses you have. Drift roses, sometimes called shrub roses, are beautiful rose bushes that are surprisingly easier to take care of than regular rose bushes. Drift roses were created …

Did you know that plants can have friends? It’s true! Some plants grow better when paired with other kinds of plants. These kinds of plants that bring out the best in one another are called companion plants. When you practice companion planting, you may not have to use pesticides or fungicides because the companions repel …

Often seen as a hobby of the green-thumbed, gardening brings so much joy to so many families. You can create a thriving garden with a little creativity while spending little to no money. If you’re considering taking up gardening as a hobby, or you want to expand, but are concerned about how you’ll afford it, …